When it comes to researching Pennsylvania records, which major genealogy website is best? I examined the four largest aggregators of genealogy records - Ancestry, FindMyPast, MyHeritage, FamilySearch - and share what records they have for family historians. Genealogists seek … [Read more...] about Ultimate Guide to Genealogy Websites
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Podcast Episode 30: Researching Irish Americans, Part 1
What are the five biggest mistakes genealogists make when researching their Irish or Scots-Irish ancestors? Learn from the experts with the Ulster Historical Foundation on common errors and the best research methods, so you can find those elusive Irish PA ancestors. Episode … [Read more...] about Podcast Episode 30: Researching Irish Americans, Part 1
Podcast Episode 7: 5 Tips on Research in Archives
Denys Allen shares 5 Tips on preparing for your first trip to the archives. You can do these through out 2020 to develop your researching abilities. Topics Discussed Transitioning from online research to in-person research in archives can be difficult. Prepare yourself … [Read more...] about Podcast Episode 7: 5 Tips on Research in Archives